Asked by Jahhlovey Angella on May 06, 2024

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Among which cultural group practicing traditional forms of subsistence would you expect the longest period of breast-feeding?​

A) ​Amish agriculturalists
B) ​Ju/'hoansi hunters and gatherers
C) ​Persian pastoralists
D) ​London industrialists

Breast-Feeding

The act of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breast, providing essential nutrients and antibodies.

Cultural Group

A community of individuals who share common cultural practices, linguistic or religious traditions, heritage, or characteristics.

Ju/'hoansi

A hunter-gatherer people living in the Kalahari Desert of southern Africa, known for their rich cultural heritage and foraging lifestyle.

  • Grasp the sociocultural evolution from foraging to farming and its impact on human fertility and social organization.
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Palito OrtegaMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Among traditional forms of subsistence, Ju/'hoansi hunters and gatherers are known for practicing the longest period of breast-feeding, with an average of 4.5 years. This is due to their lifestyle and environmental conditions, which require high mobility and unpredictability in food availability, making breast milk a reliable source of nutrition for infants.